Notice of Process Change ¶
Since 2022, all pension board elections conducted by the Fund have utilized virtual ballots via MemberDirect. This approach has allowed for secure, efficient, and timely elections and will continue to be the primary voting method going forward.
Beginning with 2026 elections, mail-in ballots will no longer be automatically mailed to each eligible voter. If you prefer to cast a ballot by mail, you must request a mail-in ballot for each election. The pension office is unable to accommodate standing requests for mail-in ballots. This change is intended to ensure accurate, timely distribution of ballots and reduce mailings and associated costs.
Instructions for requesting a mail-in ballot, including applicable deadlines, will be provided in advance of each election on the Notice of Election. All eligible voters will continue to have full access to the voting process through the virtual ballot system. Additionally, in-person voting will continue to be available in the pension office on Election Day.
If you have any questions regarding MemberDirect, voting methods, or the mail-in ballot request process, please contact the pension office at 813-274-8550 or email fppension@tampagov.net.
Notice of Election - Police Officer Trustee ¶
Notice is hereby given that an election will be held for the purpose of electing a police officer to serve as a member of the Board of Trustees of the Tampa Fire & Police Pension Fund for the term commencing October 1, 2026 and expiring September 30, 2029. Police Officer incumbent Patrick Messmer’s term will expire September 30, 2026.
If you are interested in becoming a candidate, you must contact the F&P Pension Office and complete an Application for Candidacy no later than 1:00pm on Tuesday, August 25, 2026. You can contact the office by phone at 813-274-8550 or email at fppension@tampagov.net. To qualify as a candidate, you must be an active member of the Tampa Police Department and a member of the Tampa Firefighters and Police Officers Pension Fund. Retirees and DROP participants are not eligible to serve on the Board of Trustees.
Electronic voting will go live in MemberDirect from 9:00 a.m. Wednesday, August 26, 2026 through 4:00 p.m. Tuesday September 8, 2026.
Mail-in ballots will no longer be mailed automatically to each eligible voter. If you prefer to cast a ballot by mail, you must request a mail-in ballot by calling the pension office at 813-274-8550 or sending an email to fppension@tampagov.net. All requests for mail-in ballots must be received by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
Requested ballots will be mailed on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 and will be due back in the F&P Pension Office no later than 4:00pm on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 (election day). You may vote in person at the F&P Pension Office on election day ONLY. Alternatively, you can drop off your requested ballot in the secure, locked mailbox outside of the office or cast your vote via MemberDirect.
If a candidate runs unopposed, a Notice of Cancellation will be sent on Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
Applications for Candidacy Received to Date:
Patrick Messmer
Notice of Election - Firefighter Trustee ¶
Notice is hereby given that an election will be held for the purpose of electing a firefighter to serve as a member of the Board of Trustees of the Tampa Fire & Police Pension Fund for the term commencing October 1, 2026 and expiring September 30, 2029. Firefighter incumbent Jamie Stock’s term will expire September 30, 2026.
If you are interested in becoming a candidate, you must contact the F&P Pension Office and complete an Application for Candidacy no later than 1:00pm on Tuesday, September 1, 2026. You can contact the office by phone at 813-274-8550 or email at fppension@tampagov.net. To qualify as a candidate, you must be an active member of Tampa Fire Rescue and a member of the Tampa Firefighters and Police Officers Pension Fund. Retirees and DROP participants are not eligible to serve on the Board of Trustees.
Electronic voting will go live in MemberDirect from 9:00 a.m. Wednesday, September 2, 2026 through 4:00 p.m. Tuesday September 15, 2026.
Mail-in ballots will no longer be mailed automatically to each eligible voter. If you prefer to cast a ballot by mail, you must request a mail-in ballot by calling the pension office at 813-274-8550 or sending an email to fppension@tampagov.net. All requests for mail-in ballots must be received by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 1, 2026.
Requested ballots will be mailed on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 and will be due back in the F&P Pension Office no later than 4:00pm on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 (election day). You may vote in person at the F&P Pension Office on election day ONLY. Alternatively, you can drop off your requested ballot in the secure, locked mailbox outside of the office or cast your vote via MemberDirect.
If a candidate runs unopposed, a Notice of Cancellation will be sent on Wednesday, September 2, 2026.